Big Five Trails

5 Days Best of Wildlife and Cultural Safari

Tour Overview

For those who seek both powerful wildlife encounters and meaningful cultural experiences, this 5-day journey offers the best of both worlds. Explore the giant baobabs and elephants of Tarangire, walk alongside the Hadzabe bushmen at Lake Eyasi, track lions in the Serengeti, and descend into the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. Each destination reveals a different side of Tanzania—wild, ancient, and deeply human.
This itinerary is crafted for curious adventurers who want more than a checklist safari. You’ll not only spot the Big Five but also share fireside stories with indigenous tribes, witness traditional blacksmithing, and journey through highlands and plains alive with history. With handpicked lodges and seamless logistics, Pangolin Travelers Expedition ensures an authentic, immersive safari from start to finish.

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Day by Day

Day 1: Giants & Baobabs – Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha in the morning for Tarangire National Park, a lush landscape of acacia woodlands and winding rivers, home to thousands of elephants, towering baobabs, and lions lounging under shady trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park, as your guide tracks wildlife and shares insights into the ecosystem.

In the evening, continue to Karatu, where you’ll unwind at the serene Heart & Soul Lodge, surrounded by highland scenery and fresh air. Dinner is served at the lodge’s cozy restaurant.

Accommodation

Start early and travel to the remote lands of Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes. Join the Hadzabe on a morning hunt with traditional bows and arrows, then visit the Datoga blacksmiths who forge tools using ancient techniques. This is a rare opportunity to experience life as it was thousands of years ago.

After your cultural immersion, return to Karatu for a relaxing evening at Pamoja Farm Lodge, where gardens and birdsong set the tone for a peaceful night.

Accommodation

After breakfast, drive into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and continue toward the legendary Serengeti. Game viewing begins as you enter the plains—watch for giraffes, buffaloes, and perhaps even cheetahs racing across the savannah. Arrive for an afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti.

Check in at Moyo Tented Camp, a charming bush camp that brings you closer to nature, without compromising on comfort. Dinner is served under the stars.

Accommodation

Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before saying goodbye to the park’s open plains and rich wildlife. Begin your return journey through the highlands and arrive back in Karatu by late afternoon. Spend your final night at Pamoja Farm Lodge, where you’ll enjoy farm-to-table cuisine and mountain air.

Accommodation

Wake up early and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a wildlife sanctuary where the Big Five roam freely in a prehistoric setting. Enjoy a half-day safari, spotting elephants, hyenas, flamingos, and possibly even a black rhino. A picnic lunch by a hippo pool rounds out the experience.

After your crater adventure, ascend and drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport, marking the end of a journey that combines culture, nature, and unforgettable encounters.

This Tour Includes

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Park, crater, and conservation fees
  • Cultural tours with Hadzabe and Datoga
  • Game drives and crater tour
  • Accommodation and meals as indicated
  • Bottled water during safaris
  • Pick-up and drop-off in Arusha
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Government taxes and conservation fees

This Tour does Not Includes

  • International/domestic flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Alcoholic or soft drinks
  • Optional activities not listed

TOUR PRICE

From

$ 5652

Per Person

WHY BOOK WITH US?

Tour Price

Tour Type
Solo Traveler
2-3 Pax
4-6 Pax
7 – 9 Pax
10 -15 Pax
3 star option
$ 4090
$ 3027
$ 2496

$ 2572

$ 2908

4 star Option
$ 4694
$ 3631
$ 3098

$ 3175

$ 3655

5 star option
$ 6521
$ 5457
$ 3098

$ 5001

$ 5502

* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets

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